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Science Fair Student Lab Notebook & Process Forms

By The Dimond Ranch

Science Fair Student Lab Notebook and Process Forms This is it! This will help your students every step of the way as they prepare for the annual science fair. It takes students through the idea and brainstorm process, and follows them all the

Subjects:

Science, Other (Science), Critical Thinking

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

Research, Unit Plans, Centers

$8.00

$6.00

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Science Fair Parent Letter & At Home Project Checklist

By The Dimond Ranch

Here is all of the information that you will need to provide to parents to help them in completing their child's science fair project at home. All guidelines adhere to national science fair standards and parents are provided with a link to the

Subjects:

Science, Basic Principles, Classroom Management

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

Graphic Organizers, For Parents, Centers

$3.25

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Science Fair Teacher Forms BUNDLE

By The Dimond Ranch

Here is every form you will need to organize your science fair. Included are eleven editable forms to help your students succeed: -Parent Letter -Teacher Grading Rubric (Can also be used for judging form) -Student Check-off Form -Display Board

Subjects:

Science, Basic Principles, General Science

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

Classroom Forms, For Parents, Centers

$6.00

$4.25

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$Math Talk Problem Solving Job Cards for Students$

Math Talk Problem Solving Job Cards for Students

By The Dimond Ranch

This reciprocal teaching file includes the seven math talk jobs that students will present to the class as they work through a math problem. This is the sure way to get your students to share their math thinking aloud. The jobs explicitly teach

Subjects:

Math Test Prep, Critical Thinking, Word Problems

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

Rubrics, Centers

$4.00

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$Math Talk Problem Solving Jobs for Students BUNDLE$

Math Talk Problem Solving Jobs for Students BUNDLE

By The Dimond Ranch

Research shows that problem solving skills improve when we get children to talk about their math thinking. This comprehensive program will empower your students to talk about math. This is the key to helping them become better math problem

Subjects:

Math, Math Test Prep, Word Problems

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Centers

$10.00

$8.00

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Bloom's Higher Order Daily Objectives Bulletin Board

By The Dimond Ranch

Showcase the higher-order thinking going on in your classroom by inserting Bloom's Taxonomy verb cards into your posted daily learning objectives. Provided are photos showing how to set up your bulletin board space using the materials. You are

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Classroom Management, For Administrators

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Classroom Forms, Bulletin Board Ideas, For Principals & Administrators

$4.25

$3.00

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Science Fair Display Board Student Reference Sheet

By The Dimond Ranch

This is a simple and visual way of helping students correctly set up their science fair display board. It can be used for classroom use or to send home. Also provided is a general science fair check-off list that includes explanations of each step

Subjects:

Science, Basic Principles, General Science

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th

Types:

Classroom Forms, For Parents, Centers

$2.00

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Student's Spelling Dictionary & Word Tracker

By The Dimond Ranch

Have a handy booklet for students to place commonly misspelled words or new vocabulary terms. Students could generate their dictionaries based on spelling and vocabulary lists. It could also serve as a great place to track interesting or new words

Subjects:

Spelling, Vocabulary, Writing

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Word Walls, Printables, Classroom Forms

$4.00

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Active Listening Hand Signals for Student Responses

By The Dimond Ranch

Student engagement drives learning! A simple yet powerful way to increase student engagement is with active listening hand signals. These are some of the most popular and simple hand signals used, and I am providing you with the classroom signs to

Subjects:

For All Subject Areas, Classroom Management, Problem Solving

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Assessment, Posters

$5.00

$3.75

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6th Grade Science Review 1 Smartboard

By The Dimond Ranch

Review heat, light, sound, moon phases and the scientific process in a review intended to teach students how to take tests well. All based on the 6th Grade Science Common Core. Four weekly tests include multiple choice questions and a written

Subjects:

Science, Physical Science, Test Preparation

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th

Types:

Assessment, Interactive Whiteboard

$7.00

$4.75

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Science Fair Experiment Student Process Forms

By The Dimond Ranch

Students will be able to navigate confidently through the science fair process as they complete the science fair process lab forms. These cover the entire scientific process from start to finish. More science fair support is available in my

Subjects:

Science, Basic Principles, Classroom Management

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th

Types:

Laboratory, Classroom Forms, Centers

$5.00

$4.25

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Test Taking and Problem Solving Student Jobs for any Content and Core Test Prep

By The Dimond Ranch

Conquer Core Testing! This provides you with an engaging way of teaching students how to work through both multiple choice and short answer questions using a test-taking form and student job tasks. Students will work through test review problems and

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Tools for Common Core, Test Preparation

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Assessment, Task Cards

$8.00

$5.00

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Writing New Year's Resolutions - Changing an Ugly Buggy Bad Habit

By The Dimond Ranch

This is a great way to get students back on track after the winter break with a quick goal-setting assignment. Students will see that transforming their behavior is similar to a caterpillar transforming into a butterfly. This project can be simple

Subjects:

Creative Writing, Character Education, The New Year

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Bulletin Board Ideas

$3.25

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Figurative Language using Song Lyrics

By The Dimond Ranch

Figurative Language covered in this set: Similes, Metaphors, Personification, Alliteration This file includes an instructional PowerPoint on figurative language with a student note-taking guide. During the PowerPoint, students are prompted to

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Literature

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Activities, Centers

$4.25

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$Math Talk Problem Solving Jobs Classroom Bulletin Board Signage$

Math Talk Problem Solving Jobs Classroom Bulletin Board Signage

By The Dimond Ranch

This file includes everything to build a bulletin board dedicated to problem solving jobs using Math Talk. Signs are clear and colorful and include student-friendly descriptions to help your students become confident classroom presenters and problem

Subjects:

Math, Math Test Prep, Word Problems

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

Bulletin Board Ideas, Centers

$4.00

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5th & 6th Grade Comprehension Terms Review

By The Dimond Ranch

Terms Covered: Conflict, Resolution, Genre, Character Motives, Theme, Sequencing, and Plot Analysis. It is time to review those comprehension terms and assess whether or not your students can apply them to a real-world setting. Here is an

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Vocabulary, ELA Test Prep

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Movie Guides

CCSS:

CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.5

$3.50

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Science Experiment Student Lab Notebook

By The Dimond Ranch

This is a step by step guide for students as they complete an inquiry-based science experiment. It includes a short and long form version of the scientific process. It also begins with a scientific process definition match. The lab notebook goes

Subjects:

Science, Basic Principles

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th

Types:

Laboratory, Classroom Forms, Centers

$8.00

$6.00

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$6th Grade Daily Math Review *MARCH BUNDLE*$

6th Grade Daily Math Review *MARCH BUNDLE*

By The Dimond Ranch

4 weeks of daily math review available in Smartboard and PowerPoint files (160 problems total). This is a user-friendly daily math review. Similar problems are used each day to build student confidence and fluency. Each day also includes a story

Subjects:

Algebra, Test Preparation

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th

Types:

Interactive Whiteboard, Centers

$12.00

$8.00

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Science Experiment Process Shortened Version for Students

By The Dimond Ranch

This is a simple (2 page) yet powerful form for helping students through the basic structure of an inquiry-based science experiment. The process is clear and follows the structure students will face for the upper-grade science fair. This is also a

Subjects:

Science, Basic Principles

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Laboratory, Classroom Forms, Centers

$3.00

Digital Download DOCX (0.09 MB)

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Decimal Operations Practice Form

By The Dimond Ranch

Practice makes perfect! Here is a form for daily practice with comparing, estimating, adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing decimals. You simply change the decimals for each use. Students will build their fluency and confidence. This

Subjects:

Math, Basic Operations, Decimals

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Printables, Classroom Forms, Centers

$3.00

$2.00

Digital Download PDF (0.03 MB)

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I have worked for six fabulous years at a highly-impacted Title I School in the inner-city. At our school, we have the unique privilege of serving children living in the city's family homeless shelter. I have learned that my classroom may be the only safe place for my students. I have learned the absolute necessity of thoughtful scaffolding to ensure student success and growth. I also understand the need for differentiated instruction and subject integration. I get to bring my love and passion for horses and my rural lifestyle to my students (which usually includes an annual field trip to the actual Dimond Ranch!).

MY TEACHING STYLE

I believe in constructivist teaching, where students are given the scaffolding and support to build their own learning and schema. I know the importance of instilling a deep love of reading, which will then provide the catalyst for high-quality, authentic writing. Real-world connections drive student engagement and buy-in. Underlying all of the skills I teach, the greatest content of all – is the developing and maintaining of character. Through historical events, scientific wonders, and the art of language I strive to teach students the art of being good human beings.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

• Nominated for Salt Lake City School District Teacher of the Year (2012, 2013) 2012-2013 Largest Improvement on Student Achievement Scores for 5th Grade in Salt Lake City School District • Received Outstanding Teacher of Excellence Award – for 3 Years (2008, 2012, 2013) • Salt Lake City School District Highly Effective Teaching Status • SLCSD Prime Time Teacher Award (Highly Effective Title I Teacher) • Site Teacher for University of Utah student teachers • Site Teacher for BYU interns • Mentor teacher (3 years) • Served as School Improvement Committee Chair (2012-2013) • Honors in 5th grade DWA (State Writing Test) scores • Worked 3 years with film studio, SpyHop Productions, to create district curriculum for utilizing video technology in the classroom to support literacy instruction.

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

ESL Endorsement (BYU) Technology Endorsement (USOE) Elementary Education BS Degree (U of U) Received "Outstanding Senior" Award for the Department of Education, University of Utah

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

I have a wonderful husband and we are the proud parents of our vivacious two-year old daughter, Virginia! Happy Teaching!